What's Up Big Rapids?

🎭🎹🎬 Musicals, Movies & Magic | What’s Up Big Rapids Ep. 28 (7-24-25) This week’s episode is packed tighter than a high school theater prop closet! Chris and Pat recap Pat’s wild weekend 🕺, shout out the Jonah Foundation Fundraiser 🙌, and announce the winner of our Magic Show Ticket Giveaway! 🎩✨ We’ve got big news: – 🎹 Dueling Pianos at The Peaks in 2 weeks – 🚲 White Pine Trail is offi...

🚣‍♂️💉🎉 Tubing, Tattoos & Turning 150 | What’s Up Big Rapids Ep. 27 (7-16-25) Michigan is showing off this week — sunshine, rivers, community cleanups, and big celebrations just up the road in Reed City , turning 150 years old! 🎉 We swap weekend stories (tubing legends were made), talk the new Superman 🦸, and shout out Tree Tops Tattoos for doing real good with a river cleanup. We’ve got e...

💦🛹🍗 Swim Days, Skate Parks & Supporting Angels | What’s Up Big Rapids Ep. 26 This week on What’s Up Big Rapids , the summer sun is blazing but the community is even hotter! ☀️💥 We recap fireworks and demolition derbies , talk heat-beating tips , and celebrate the ribbon cutting at Swede Hill Skate Park . 🛹 Then, we welcome a very special guest — Kim Eastler , Director of Angels of Action...

🎶🥕📍 Music, Markets & Discovering Montcalm | What’s Up Big Rapids Ep. 25 This week on What’s Up Big Rapids , we’re kicking off July with fireworks, fairs, farmers markets, and a fantastic guest — Duane Weed from Discover Montcalm ! 🎙️ We talk: 4th of July Fireworks in Big Rapids (July 3rd!) 🎆 Big Rapids Fair returns with sulky races, beer tents, BBQ & more 🎡 Live music every Wednesday...

☀️🎶💙 Heatwaves, High Notes & Heartfelt Moments | What’s Up Big Rapids Ep. 24 This week on What’s Up Big Rapids , the heat is on and the community calendar is full ! Chris officiated another wedding 💍, High Strung Steel made their debut at Creekfest 🎸, and we take a moment to honor Pat’s cousin, share a prayer for Tuba Bach’s Ed Mallett, and wrap up Chris’s year as Rotary President . Also i...

🍔🎶🏆 Contests, Cookouts & Community News | What’s Up Big Rapids Ep. 23 This week on What’s Up Big Rapids , we’re recapping Father’s Day , looking ahead to Creek Fest , and firing up the grill for some Angels BBQ where Chris will be cooking! 🍔🔥 We announce our latest contest winner Lauren Stout 🎉, spotlight Summit Insurance opening on Maple Street, and talk about all the summer fun from bl...

🛹☀️🎙️ Skate Park, Summer Events, and a Special Guest! | What’s Up Big Rapids Ep. 22 This week on What’s Up Big Rapids , we’re rolling into summer with new parks , big events , and a very special guest — Dr. Bill Pink , President of Ferris State University ! 🎓 We cover: New student housing on Top Taggart Field 🏗️ The Jim Crow Museum groundbreaking 📚 NIL drama in college athletics 💰 Ferris’ new...

🎭🌮🏃‍♂️ Theater, Tacos & 5K Triumphs | What’s Up Big Rapids Ep. 21 This week on What’s Up Big Rapids , we’re catching our breath after the WISE 5K , hyping up Summerfest and local concerts, and breaking the big news: a brand-new theater is coming to Big Rapids! 🎉 We’ve also got ribbon cuttings at Taco Frieda 🌮 and Depot Park , a behind-the-scenes update from Krist Oil , and Ferris State&#3...

🐦🐝🐻 The Birds, The Bees, and The Bear | What’s Up Big Rapids Ep. 20 This week on What’s Up Big Rapids , the Mayor enters the chat 🧑‍⚖️ and drops major updates on housing, parks, and zoning . We recap Memorial Day , the Splash Pad opening , and the ribbon cutting at Depot Park 🎉 — plus we dive into rumors, listener questions, and a mysterious reference to… Bird City ?! 🦅 Also in the mix: food...

🎓 Hot Dogs, Laserdiscs & Graduation Advice | What’s Up Big Rapids Ep. 19 This week on What’s Up Big Rapids , we celebrate graduation season 🎓, argue over potluck supremacy 🍽️ (mac 'n cheese vs the world), and talk about Eminem , curry , and laserdiscs — because obviously. Chris gets a surprise The Cutting Edge laserdisc 🛼, Pat relives his Jellyroll & Eminem concert experience 🎤, an...

🎬 Marriage, Mushrooms & Mighty Ducks | What’s Up Big Rapids Ep. 18 This week on What’s Up Big Rapids , we salute the Ferris State Class of 2025 🎓, dig into our favorite movie moments 🍿 (yes, The Cutting Edge gets a nostalgic review from memory), and talk about theater renovations , mushrooms vs tomatoes , and the splash pad opening at Hemlock Park 💦. Also on deck: marriage retreats, Lion K...

Pocket Park, Trash Piles & Thunderbolts | What’s Up Big Rapids Ep. 17 This week on What’s Up Big Rapids , we’re talking trash piles, Thunderbolts, and teacher love 💥🗑️🍎. Chris gets trapped at a conference, Pat reviews Thunderbolts , and we send our best to Chris’s dad, who had a rough week 🙏. We’ve got the latest on Ferris graduation , bulk item pickup , Farmer’s Market opening , and not on...

Drum Circles, Trash Pickup & 10,000 Gorillas?! | What’s Up Big Rapids Ep. 16 This week’s episode of What’s Up Big Rapids is loaded with spring energy and summer previews ! 🌸🕶️ The Drum Circle is back at the Bandshell 🥁, the city just dropped trash pickup dates 🗑️, and we give you the inside scoop on the new Taco Frida Cantina 🌮 (yes, we tried it and think you should too). We also chat about...

🎙️ New Businesses, New Jobs, New Pope 0:00 – Intro and welcome 👋 2:00 – Chamber Golf Outing is coming up ⛳️ 3:58 – Want to join our podcast team? 🎧 5:00 – A monkey could do Dom’s job. (His words!) 🐒 7:12 – Easter recap 🐰🥚 8:35 – March Madness winners announced! 🏀🏆 10:52 – The guys place bets on the new Pope 🤔⛪️ 11:50 – Construction around Big Rapids 🚧 13:20 – Admiral stations under new...

🎙️ Easter Eggs, Einstein Cycles, and BR’s East Side...This week on What’s Up Big Rapids, we dive into all the local drama and delight, including a legendary Easter Egg hunt, epic Masters golf moments, and… gasp… the tragic and silent demise of our beloved Pizza Hut. 🪦🍕We’re talking Einstein Cycles moving into the old depot, beach volleyball season heating up, karaoke that gives back, and why A&a...

What's Up Big Rapids - Episode 13: Dire Wolves, Spring Break Returns, and Augusta Awaits! This week on What’s Up Big Rapids , Chris is back from Spring Break in Florida 🌴, winter returns to Michigan ❄️, and we prep for The Masters in Augusta ⛳. Plus, we're talking tattoos , 🌮 local restaurants , 🐺 the Dire Wolf comeback , and who really wins in the ultimate Cats vs. Dogs debate 🐱🐶. W...

What's Up Big Rapids - Episode 12: Spring Break, Studio Upgrades & Local Fun! This week on What’s Up Big Rapids , we dive into Spring Break plans , ☀️ family-friendly movies , 🎬 and what’s new at Swede Hill Skate Park 🛹. Plus, we talk Marvel movies , 🎭 the Harry Potter reboot , ⚡ and the latest updates around Big Rapids, including Katke Golf Course opening and a new tattoo shop in town !...

What's Up Big Rapids - Episode 11: Adult Prom, Feeding Mecosta, and Spring Break in Big Rapids This week on What’s Up Big Rapids , we talk about Spring Break plans , ☀️ the end of ski season at Caberfae , 🎿 and the March Madness bracket battle 🏀. Plus, we cover Michigan food bank struggles , 🍽️ new business openings , 🏗️ and why pickleball paddles might be out of control ! 🏓 🔹 Topics &...

What's Up Big Rapids - Episode 10: March Madness, Taste of Mecosta, and the Surprise History of the Reuben This week on What’s Up Big Rapids , we dive into March Madness , 🏀 a sneak peek at Krist Oil and Ollie’s , 🛒 and Taste of Mecosta 2025 🍽️. Plus, we uncover the surprising history of the Reuben sandwich 🥪, talk about new businesses and projects in town, and recap St. Patrick’s Day ! 🍀...

What's Up Big Rapids - Episode 9: Girl Scout Cookies, Daylight Savings, and The Floor This week on What’s Up Big Rapids , we dig into spring real estate , 🏡 Girl Scout cookie season , 🍪 and the never-ending Daylight Savings debate ⏰ (do we still need it?). Plus, we talk about Big Rapids vs. Mt. Pleasant , new businesses coming to town, and the showdown between The Floor and WUBR ! 🔹 Topics &am...

What's Up Big Rapids - Episode 8: Tax Scare, Tacos, and Middle School Drama! This week on What’s Up Big Rapids , we cover a tax assessment scare , 🌡️ a new taco spot coming to town , 🌮 and middle school drama—literally! 🎭 Plus, we talk about clown legends , 🤡 the Chipotle vs. Qdoba debate , 🌯 and exciting changes coming to Big Rapids ! 🔹 Topics & Time Markers: 🎬 0:00 Intro 🎭 1:48 Ne...

What's Up Big Rapids - Episode 7: Fake Birthdays & New Businesses While Others Call It Quits This week on What’s Up Big Rapids , we dive into Chris’ fake birthday saga , 🥳 the real estate market madness , 🏡 and the businesses opening and closing in Big Rapids. 🏪 Some are saying goodbye (👋 Joann Fabrics, The Yellow Window, Total Performance), while others are just getting started (hello, ne...

What's Up Big Rapids - Episode 6: Pat Shames the Cheesecake Factory, Big Rapids' New Splash Pad & Chris’ Carny Days! We’re back with another jam-packed episode of What’s Up Big Rapids! This week, we cover everything from Pat’s Cheesecake Factory mishap 🤦‍♂️ to Big Rapids’ brand-new splash pad 💦 and Chris’ wild carnival days ! 🎡 🔹 Topics & Time Markers: 🤧 0:00 It’s cold and flu...

What's Up Big Rapids - Episode 5: What ChatGPT Says Big Rapids is Missing! Welcome back to What’s Up Big Rapids ! In this episode, we cover everything from Super Bowl recaps and local events to what AI thinks Big Rapids is missing —and you might be surprised by the answers! 🔹 Topics & Time Markers: ⏳ 0:00 Intro 🏈 0:42 Super Bowl recap, New Orleans road trip 🌭 13:03 Choking on Costco ho...

In which our handsome hosts eliminate last week's glitches to put on their best show yet. Send events and inquiries to whatsupbigrapids  @gmail.com  0:00 Intro 3:49 Elks Euchre Tournament 5:50 Festival of the Arts Opening 7:47 Chris's weekend fall 9:10 Pat's first Groundhog's Day 11:37 FOTA events this week 16:26 Senior Quad Raffle 19:16 Valentine's Day 26:11 Polar Plunge for t...